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BREAKING NEWS

Receding floodwaters reveal first official storm-related death in Port Arthur

Authorities confirmed early Saturday that the body of an elderly woman was found dead in her 22nd Street house after apparently drowning in the floodwaters ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Saturday, September 2, 2017 2:33 pm

Flood Stories

As floodwaters recede, residents begin to take stock

While thousands have sought and are seeking refuge from this week’s flood, thousands more are staying put, for one reason or another. Read more

by Jesse Wright, Saturday, September 2, 2017 4:03 am

Flood Stories

Port Arthur bowling alley provides shelter

On Thursday afternoon, Max Bowl in Port Arthur was filled with the shrieks of children and the dull roar of conversation.  The place was packed. ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Friday, September 1, 2017 4:01 am

Local

At least one person’s happy with storm damage

The sun was out Thursday and, despite the flood damage his house on Brazos Avenue, homeowner Randy Reese did not seem overly concerned. “If my ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Friday, September 1, 2017 4:00 am

Flood Stories

Though safe, many in Port Arthur remain in need

  For those stuck in the Port Arthur floods, there is little to do but wait. While hundreds remain stranded on rooftops and in homes, ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Thursday, August 31, 2017 10:16 am

News

As morning rains continue, much is yet unknown in Port Arthur flooding

As of 9 a.m. Wednesday, there is still much that remains unknown in Port Arthur. First is the extent of the impact. According to Risa Carpenter, the ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Wednesday, August 30, 2017 9:26 am

News

The Port Arthur News’ delivery will be delayed on Wednesday, Aug. 30

Due to the ongoing weather situation, the Port Arthur News’ daily delivery will be delayed several hours Wednesday. The papers should be delivered by the ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 6:33 pm

Obituaries

Deaths for August 30

Geri Lynette “Penny” Bradley, 60, Katy, Texas, died on August 25, 2017, services through Levingston Funeral Home – Port Neches Read more

by Jesse Wright, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 2:14 pm

Local

The flood crept in

After days of rain and a night of torrential downpour, much of Port Arthur was drenched. However, within hours of daybreak and a relatively dry ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 11:34 am

BREAKING NEWS

Harvey updates for Aug. 29

7 pm. Aug. 29 Nederland ISD Nederland ISD will be closed the remainder of the week and will resume Tuesday, September 5, 2017 following Labor ... Read more

by Jesse Wright, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:13 am

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